Games Training in Chicago, IL

Come join us for an evening of fun while using your brain! Bridge players of all levels are welcome.  An instructor will be present, so there will be an opportunity to ask questions and work on your game. Or just come to play and meet more Bridge buddies.

Enjoy an evening of poker with like-minded players. This follows the intro class so that students can put into practice what they have learned, but the class is not a pre-requisite. Anyone interested, whether beginner or advanced, is welcome. We are here to learn and have fun! An instructor will be present to coach and facilitate. Drop-in fee for...

An introduction to the game that is fun, mentally stimulating, and a great way to meet people. The first hour of this class is instruction and covers the basics of bidding, playing the hand, and scoring. The second hour will be open play where you can practice what you've learned, ask questions, and have fun playing the world's greatest card game....

Classes designed specifically with the ages of 7-9 in mind! This program makes sure the kids have fun while learning healthy habits and lifelong enjoyment of sport! Fencing specific activities as well as general fitness techniques teach a healthy start to learning how to train in a sport and develop goals. The program is broken down into levels with...

Nervous about starting a fencing class when you know "nothing"? This class is a perfect introduction to starting the sport. The classes will introduce the weapons, basic movements, attacks and defense. All that is needed from the participants is a set of gym clothes to get started. The school provides all the equipment necessary for fencing.

Experience the thrill of a lifetime as you and your friends raft Illinois’ finest whitewater river. After a short ride from Chicago, you will join our rafting guides for a trip down the River. Laugh, shout, and have the time of your life as you take this natural thrill ride between the high cliffs and the S-turn, and conclude with the excitement...

Expect a structured activity that is safe, fun, and sportive. You will learn how to swim like a mermaid with other adventurous aspiring mermaids, while expressing yourself in a unique way. Get ready for magic. Launch into the mermaid dream with a 60 minutes initiation to monofin and synchronized swimming. S​miles, splashes and...

Swimmers will work with the instructor to build their confidence in the water. They will learn fundamental swimming skills such as floating, kicking, arm strokes and breathing that will be building blocks of the main strokes of freestyle and backstroke. Instructors will also help to improve swimming strength and endurance. No experience necessary!

Swimmers will complete a structured workout. They will train to achieve an optimal performance level by improving stroke technique and aerobic endurance. It is recommended to be able to swim at least 1,200 yards in an hour, typically the class paces at a little over 1,800 yards (1 mile) in the hour class.

Continue learning Bridge techniques including more advanced bidding and play.  Practice when to make exceptions to the rule and improve your game. Note: Material fee $20.

Ever wish you could be part of the Texas Hold'Em poker craze sweeping the country but just have no idea how to get started? This 4-week course will teach how to play poker for fun or take it to the next level and hone your skills to become a big money player without risking anything! This course teaches the basic strategies and statistics that will...

Blackjack is one of the best games in the casino because the odds between the player and the house are almost 50-50. Yet many players make mistakes that push the odds heavily in favor of the house. If you're tired of getting beat because you don't know whether to hit a 16 or when to double down, let an experienced Blackjack player guide you through...

Experience the Chicago Botanic Garden the way few can—by sleeping over on the Regenstein Learning Campus. Connect with nature and enjoy a low-stress camping experience in one of Chicago’s most inspirational settings. Campers can set their own schedule, choosing from activities like yoga, a tram tour, board games, s’mores, a bird walk, and more....

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Find out how your child can fill up his/her bucket with daily awareness practices and mindfulness based techniques used to regulate emotions and manage moods with healthy energy channeling. Through games and fun activities, your child can experience the energy of chakras, color, and sound.  Use affirmations, breath work, balancing exercises,...